2023年11月9日 · Ford took their 352 cid FE block V8 and stroked it to 390 cid to create the 390 FE. Depending on the year and model, the engine made 255–401 horsepower and 376–430 lb-ft of torque. For the time, it was one of Ford’s highest output V8 engines, and they referred to it as either the Thunderbird V8, Interceptor V8, or the GT 390 V8.

390 FE V8 in a 1969 Ford Mustang. The 390 had a bore of 4.05 inches (102.87 mm), stroke of 3.785 inches (96.14 mm), and displacement of 390.04 cu in (6.4 L). It was the most common FE engine in later applications; used in many Ford cars as the standard engine, including the Thunderbird, and in many trucks as well.

2025年3月14日 · Discover the specifications and maintenance requirements of the iconic Ford 390 ci engine. Learn about its power and proper care.

2024年2月26日 · The Ford 390 was a 6.4-liter (390.04ci) gasoline big block V8 engine that was produced between 1961 and 1976. The 390 was part of the Ford-Edsel (FE) engine family, which was produced from 1958 to 1976. The 390 is a torquey and bulletproof motor that’s still popular with performance engine builders.

The 390 V8 engine was first introduced in 1961 and was Ford’s chance to jump ahead of the all-new Chevrolet 409 that was introduced later the same year. The Ford 390 produced a lot more horsepower than the 409 with its top end performance engine putting out a respectable 401 horsepower in its first year of production (41 more horsepower than ...

2009年12月17日 · Introduced in 1961, the FE/FT big block 390 cubic inch (6.4 L) V-8 produced 265 horsepower (197.6 kW) at 4100 rpm (two-barrel carburetor) and 320 horsepower ( (238.6 kW) at 4100 rpm in the four-barrel carburetor version.

2024年10月11日 · Specifications: A 6.4L V8 engine producing 265-401 horsepower and 427-440 lb-ft of torque, the 390 had a bore and stroke of 4.05 x 3.78 inches. Performance: Known for its impressive torque, the Ford 390 offered strong acceleration and decent fuel efficiency for its era, making it ideal for both muscle cars and trucks.

1961: The 390 was introduced for the 1961 year in Ford passenger cars. It became the most common FE engine as it was produced from that date until 1971. The engine was enlarged to meet the increased demand for more powerful V8s. The 390 CID was initially offered only in a four-barrel configuration as the premium V8 in the Ford line.

2024年9月30日 · Discover the specifications and maintenance requirements of the iconic 1967 Ford 390 engine, a powerful V8 configuration for optimal performance.

2024年10月9日 · The 390 Ford engine, part of the FE series, was a versatile and powerful engine used in a variety of Ford vehicles during the 1960s and 70s. Known for its large displacement and strong performance, the 390 offered a perfect balance between power and reliability.